Verizon Wireless expanded its 4G network in Hawaii on Thursday, allowing some of its Big Island customers to access more content on their phones faster than ever. Verizon Wireless expanded its 4G network in Hawaii on Thursday, allowing some of
Verizon Wireless expanded its 4G network in Hawaii on Thursday, allowing some of its Big Island customers to access more content on their phones faster than ever.
The network was expanded to include Glenwood, Papa‘ikou, Pepe‘ekeo, Volcano and Waimea.
It already covered Kailua-Kona, Captain Cook, Honokohau, Keauhou, Kealakekua, South Kohala resorts, Waikoloa, Hilo, Keaau, Mountain View and Pahoa.
The network, which can only be accessed through 4G devices, operates at speeds 10 times faster than the existing 3G network.
That means little to no buffering for games, conducting business, and watching videos, said Verizon spokeswoman Heidi Flato.
“It’s going to be a much richer experience,” she said.
The network was introduced to the Big Island in July 2011.
Flato said the network was first launched late 2010.
Verizon’s goal is to have full 4G coverage by the middle or end of next year, she said.
“We’re steadily rolling out markets each month,” Flato said.
The company invested $2 billion in its network in the second quarter.
